May 16, 2015 | News & Articles
Nationally, the rent index is increasing at a rate of 3.6% per year. As a landlord, you are likely won’t keep the rent at the same rate forever. But some are afraid that raising the rent will mean that they have to find new tenants. This doesn’t have to be...
May 16, 2015 | News & Articles
As a landlord, the one time when you are most likely to face a dispute with your tenant is when the time comes to return or withhold the security deposit. Most tenants thinks that they deserves to be refunded their entire security deposit, regardless of how much...
May 16, 2015 | News & Articles
Renting out your home to a tenant is a great way to build equity and even generate income while you move on to a new place. However, you shouldn’t just slap up a “For Rent” sign as soon as the moving truck pulls out of the driveway. Take a little...
May 16, 2015 | News & Articles
Many landlords don’t want to deal with the potential extra mess and hassle that comes along with allowing pets on the property. However, you significantly reduce your potential pool of tenants when you forbid all pets on your property. Nearly two-thirds of all...
May 16, 2015 | News & Articles
There’s a bit of a learning curve to becoming a landlord. It definitely has its perks, but if you jump in to the deep end, you may make a few mistakes along the way. Here are our top tips for new landlords to help you out: Learn about the industry before you...
May 16, 2015 | News & Articles
Many people are considering the possibility of becoming a landlord for a variety of different reasons. Some are buying a new home, and thinking about renting out their old place instead of selling it. Others want to buy an investment property specifically for the...
